Letters of Recommendation

We agree with you that being a godparent for Baptism or a sponsor for Confirmation is a huge honour; that’s why a letter of recommendation is used to help you in the process of becoming one. The Letter of Recommendation attests to another parish that you fulfill what the church law requires for a person to serve as a sponsor or godparent. To be eligible you must: (1) be sixteen years of age or older; (2) be a baptized Catholic who is confirmed and who made a First Holy Communion; (3) if married, you must have been married in a Catholic ceremony or in one sanctioned by the Catholic Church.

Moreover, if you reside within the boundaries of our parish you should be registered with St. George Parish and be attending Mass here every Sunday and on the required Holy days of Obligation. Divorced persons can also be godparents, provided they are not “living together” with someone or keeping steady company with anyone.

Examples that would disqualify someone from receiving a Letter of Recommendation include: “living with” someone outside of marriage, being divorced and then remarried outside of the Church, “leaving” the Catholic faith, missing Mass on a regular basis, or being excommunicated. To ensure justice and fairness anyone can appeal to the pastor, who will be happy to consider their case. If you have any questions, please make an appointment to further discuss your situation.